Lauren Illuzzi Smith

Lauren Illuzzi Smith is an experienced legal professional currently serving as Vice President and Claims Manager at Global Aerospace since November 2023, where responsibilities include management of liability claims. Prior to this role, Lauren was an Equity Partner and Non-equity Partner at Mendes & Mount LLP from September 2006 to November 2023, specializing in toxic exposure cases related to hazardous substances, particularly asbestos. Lauren’s expertise covers the full spectrum of claims handling, including legal evaluation, litigation, mediation, and settlements, with experience as both coverage and defense counsel. Lauren holds a Juris Doctorate from Quinnipiac University School of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Marist University.